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On Thursday evening (1/17/19) the Brothers of Pewee Valley Lodge No. 829 managed to steal the traveling gavel from the Brothers at Lockport Lodge No. 772. We had a fantastic dinner with the Brothers from Lockport and enjoyed the excellent installation of officers they had for the 2019 year. Congratulations to those Brothers!


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For the past 15 years, I have taken the opportunity at the beginning of the New Year to share some advice — first with your dad and his cousins and now with you, my great-grandson. I hope you don't mind and will bear with me. You would probably rather be playing with your Legos and I understand that but maybe something in this letter might make a difference in your life in years to come. I pray that will be so.
You are full of optimism about the world right now, as well you should be. You are loved by a lot of people. I can think of no greater gift you could have received in your six years on this earth than unconditional, unrequited love from your extended family. Sadly, not all children are so blessed. You are one of the lucky ones.
You have repaid our love many times over by loving us in return. It doesn't get much better than being on the receiving end of one of your spontaneous hugs. Each one has been special. Thank you. Hugs never go out of style, by the way. Always hug those you love. Real men aren't afraid to hug.
I sense you are watching us every day to see if we walk our talk. It is one thing to be told what is right and what is not but you can tell quickly if we are applying the same rules to our own lives. Our actions speak louder than our words. Listen to what we say but watch what we do. If we seem to say one thing and do another, ask us why. You deserve an explanation.
As you make your way in the world, know you aren't in this thing by yourself. There is a God. Trust me on this one. I am no theologian, but I know God exists and He is bigger than even the greatest minds on this earth can grasp or describe.
Your faith is between God and you, first and foremost and forever. That requires no explanation or apology from you to anyone. Never stop believing.
I have been greatly impressed with your performance in school thus far in your young life. You are a bright and inquisitive young man who seems eager to learn and I am pleased that you are surrounded by those who understand and appreciate the importance of a good education.
Goodness knows what you will learn and how you will learn it in the coming years. The world seems to be changing at warp speed and it will be incumbent on you and your generation to understand and deal with those changes. Good luck with that.


A large castle at the coast, north of Navar.
You see a way leading west. Grass around you, and you see the southeast corner room of the castle (from the outside).
Usually 10-15, depending on skills and experience.
The monster list may be incomplete, since only a few monsters are encountered when you go straight for the random artifact.
The map is considered "essential"; it is one of the two important sources for random artifacts.


A Leading Financial Services firm are looking for an experienced Receptionist.
- Providing Scan Cards for customer requests.
F/S Receptionist experience would be a nice to have - but certainly not vital.
The role is for 2 months and initially afternoon work only - 1pm through to 6pm.
The position is paying a maximum of £11 per hour and for around 5 hours a day.


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Check out all these 2019 SE Bikes! We're over here in Germany to present the new line to all our European distributors. And as you can imagine, everyone is STOKED on the new line. SE Bikes Worldwide! And if you look closely, you just might see a couple bikes that we haven't yet debuted.


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A Chrome extension to display and hide multiple calendars with 1 click.

![Calendar Groups Demo](http://firstpersonsf.github.io/chrome-calendar-groups/demo.gif)

# Install from Chrome Web Store
Go here and click "Add to Chrome"

# Install from source
1. Download or clone this repo
2. Open a new tab in chrome and type `chrome://extensions`
3. Click on "Load unpacked extension..."
4. Select the "src" folder in the cloned repo

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See SpaceX Starlink Satellites in Liverpool
With clear sky over Merseyside for the next couple of days, here's how to see SpaceX Starlink Satellites in Liverpool.
First let's see the live March 2020 SpaceX satellite launch of Falcon 9 at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, carrying not one but 60 satellites.
How to Spot SpaceX Starlink Satellites in Liverpool
A lot of stargazers in Liverpool are confusing Starlink Satellites with Venus in the night sky. Venus is a bright white star that will be quite prominent in the sky. SpaceX Starlink Satellites are a completely different story.
Visible across Merseyside until Friday the 24th of April, you need to be looking for a star that is moving in a straight line. For Liverpool photographers, you should be capturing a thin white line in the night sky.
Sometimes confused for UFOs, satellites can be first identified as a bright star, which then begins to move quite fast across the sky. This is why some people jump to the conclusion that they are witnessing a UFO.
We were able to spot the SpaceX Starlink Satellite in Maghull. At first, we saw a bright star in the sky, then we noticed that the star was in fact moving, and at speed. Thinking it was some kind of aircraft, we continued to watch, as it moved in a straight line and quickly. Bearing in mind, the night-sky is full of stars since lockdown, perhaps due to the lack of airplanes and light pollution. If you're lucky, you might be able to spot the SpaxceX Starlink Satellite tonight.
Where are the Starlink Satellites right now? Starlink live map : findstarlink.com
When to See SpaceX Starlink Satellites in Liverpool
Thanks to the clear weather forecast across Merseyside you should be able to spot the SpaceX Starlink satellites in Liverpool up until the 24th of April 2020. We've found a fantastic website that helps stargazing to find the Starlink satellites depending on their location. It gives you detailed information of when to start stargazing and how long the Spacex satellites will be visible.
Find Starlink : findstarlink.com
See the SpaceX Satellites in Liverpool:
Look from West to East for approximately 6 minutes. Elevation (from horizon): start: 10°, max: 84°, end: 48°
Satellite: 5,6 OLD, BRIGHT
Look from SouthWest to East for approximately 4 minutes. Elevation (from horizon): start: 36°, max: 62°, end: 10°
Satellite: Starlink-3 OLD, BRIGHT
Satellite: Starlink-5,6 OLD, BRIGHT
Look from West to West for approximately 6 minutes. Elevation (from horizon): start: 11°, max: 56°, end: 56°
23rd April 2020Time: 4:38 amLook from West to East for approximately 5 minutes. Elevation (from horizon): start: 14°, max: 84°, end: 10°Satellite: Starlink-3 OLD, BRIGHT
Look from West to SouthEast for approximately 6 minutes. Elevation (from horizon): start: 11°, max: 67°, end: 60°
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Elgar Routh says:
Your writing is great. Cleared all my doubts about Liverpool which were in my mind as I was also planning to go there this year.
Thank you so much for this. Kudos to you..
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Thanks Elgar for your comment. We hope you have a wonderful time in Liverpool when you come to visit. Let us know if you need any travel tips or advice. Our team would be more than happy to give you our local knowledge, restaurant and hotel hints and hidden gems.


← Characterization: What is it?
WHAT MAKES FOR GOOD DESCRIPTION?
WHAT OTHER MULTITASKING CAN DESCRIPTION DO?
"Use other senses to indicate personality," says Ms. Kress. "Describe your character in terms of a characteristic sound, smell, feel or perhaps even taste." Or the sixth sense.
YEAH, BUT WHICH DETAILS SHOULD I USE?
Not just any details, say many of the craft masters. You're looking for the right detail.
convey the character's view of the scene, not the author's . . .
seem fresh . . .
HOW DO I FIND FRESH DETAILS?
"Observation is the answer, of course," says Mr. Swain. "To that end, make it your business to pay attention to the behavior of the people you meet, on every level. Focus on it, labeling" interesting details you see for use in your stories.
Another way to find fresh details and mannerisms for characters is to think like an actor. For exercises to help with this, check out Brandilyn Collins' book Getting Into Character.
Mr. Stein suggests leaving out cliched details.
SO HOW MANY DETAILS DO I NEED?
Several craft masters say that quality is more effective than quantity.
"Use word choices that further reinforce [the] impression" you're going for, says Ms. Kress.
Well, that's it for me. What about you? What do you look for in good description? Tell us in the comments!
We'll look at some craft-master advice on choosing one character detail in particular: names. See you then!


Warren Buffett, Tyra Banks, Steve Ballmer and Jessica Alba have signed on as advisors for the eighth season of "Celebrity Apprentice" with new host Arnold Schwarzenegger stepping in for Donald Trump.
Also joining Schwarzenegger as a boardroom advisor is his nephew, entertainment attorney Patrick Knapp Schwarzenegger. NBC has yet to set a premiere date.
With Schwarzenegger taking the helm, production of "Celebrity Apprentice" will move to Los Angeles with a facility located in the Silicon Beach technology hub. The show challenges celebrities to work together to complete business-oriented tasks, this time with an emphasis on technology and innovation. The winner will receive a $250,000 check for the charity of their choice. "Celebrity Apprentice" has raised more than $15 million for charities over the course of its run.
Schwarzenegger was recruited to take over the show after NBC cut ties with Trump as he launched his GOP presidential campaign last year and generated headlines with his controversial remarks regarding immigrants.
At the time NBC announced Schwarzenegger would step in for Trump, the new host said: "I have always been a huge fan of 'The Celebrity Apprentice' and the way it showcases the challenges and triumphs of business and teamwork. I am thrilled to bring my experience to the boardroom and to continue to raise millions for charity. Let's get started!"As for Schwarzenegger's new catchphrase, NBC exec Paul Telegdy told Variety earlier this month that a slogan has been chosen, but it would remain a secret until "Celebrity Apprentice" premieres.
"Celebrity Apprentice" is produced by MGM Television with Schwarzenegger, Mark Burnett, Page Feldman and Eric Van Wagenen serving as executive producers.


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#include "workerCL.hpp"

#define __CL_DEFINE_EXCEPTIONS
#include <CL/cl.hpp>

#include <vector>
#include <string>
#include <iostream>

#include "log.hpp"
#include "reads.hpp"

using namespace std;

WorkerCL::WorkerCL(size_t platform_id, size_t device_id, Log& log){
	//Get the log output manager
	m_log = &log;
	string txt;

	/* GPU environment preparation */

	//Get platforms (drivers) list and keep the one to be use
	vector<cl::Platform> all_platforms;
	cl::Platform::get(&all_platforms);
	if(!all_platforms.size()){
		//No platform ? Send error
		string error = "OPENCL: no platforms found.";
		throw(error);
	}
	m_platform = all_platforms[platform_id];

	//Get devices list and keep the one to use
	vector<cl::Device> devices;
	m_platform.getDevices(CL_DEVICE_TYPE_ALL, &devices);
	if(device_id >= devices.size()){
		string error = "OPENCL: no device of id "+to_string(device_id)+
			" on platform "+to_string(platform_id)+" ("+to_string(devices.size())+" devices)";
		throw(error);
	}
	m_device = devices[device_id];

	//Get device infos
		//name
	m_device_name = m_device.getInfo<CL_DEVICE_NAME>();
	txt = "gpu_name = "+m_device_name;
	m_log->write(txt);
		//global and local memory size
	m_device_global_bytes = m_device.getInfo<CL_DEVICE_GLOBAL_MEM_SIZE>();
	txt = "gpu_global_mem_size = "+to_string(m_device_global_bytes)+"B";
	m_log->write(txt);
	m_device_local_bytes = m_device.getInfo<CL_DEVICE_LOCAL_MEM_SIZE>();
	txt = "gpu_local_mem_size = "+to_string(m_device_local_bytes)+"B";
	m_log->write(txt);
		//Limits
	m_device_max_mem_alloc_size = m_device.getInfo<CL_DEVICE_MAX_MEM_ALLOC_SIZE>();
	txt = "gpu_max_alloc_size = "+to_string(m_device_max_mem_alloc_size)+"B";
	m_log->write(txt);
	m_device_max_workgroupsize = m_device.getInfo<CL_DEVICE_MAX_WORK_GROUP_SIZE>();
	txt = "gpu_max_workgroup_size = "+to_string(m_device_max_workgroupsize);
	m_log->write(txt);

	//Create context
	m_context = cl::Context({m_device});

	//initialize commands queue
	m_commandqueue = cl::CommandQueue(m_context, m_device);

	//Build kernel sources
	m_program = cl::Program(m_context, kernel_cmp_2_contigs);
	if(m_program.build({m_device}) != CL_SUCCESS){
		string error = "Error building: ";
		error += m_program.getBuildInfo<CL_PROGRAM_BUILD_LOG>(m_device);
		throw(error);
	}

	//Make the kernel
	m_kernel = cl::Kernel(m_program, "cmp_2_contigs");

}

WorkerCL::~WorkerCL(){
}

vector< vector<int8_t> > WorkerCL::run(const Contigs& contigs, size_t work_group_size){
	/*
	Create the string containing all contigs sequences
	and store the list of contigs size (in same orders)
	to be able to retrieve contigs. Size is store in
	an uint64_t (ulong) to be sure it is 64bits as cl_ulong
	*/

	string txt = ""; //Used to create then output messages
	cl_int state; // Used to get the return of CL commands and errors
	size_t buf_size=0; //Usr to calculate each buffer mem size
	size_t bufferGlobalUsage = 0; //Use to know the total of buffer usage
	size_t bufferLocalUsage = 0; //Use to know the total of buffer usage

	//Get list of contigs size, the total length of the
	//contigs concatenation and the longuest contig size
	m_log->write("Get contigs informations");
	uint64_t nbContigs = contigs.get_nbContigs();
	txt = "nbContigs = "+to_string(nbContigs); m_log->write(txt);
	uint64_t ultraSequenceSize = 0;
	uint64_t longuest_contig_size = 0;
	vector<uint64_t> contigs_size (nbContigs, 0);
	for(uint64_t i=0; i < nbContigs; i++){
		contigs_size[i] = contigs.get_sizeContig(i);
		ultraSequenceSize += contigs_size[i];
		if(contigs_size[i] > longuest_contig_size){longuest_contig_size = contigs_size[i];}
	}

	size_t nbGlobalElem = nbContigs*nbContigs;
	txt="global_nb_elems = "+to_string(nbGlobalElem); m_log->write(txt);
		//Important: the size of global range MUST be a multiplicative of local range.
		//So the size of local range is the greatest divisor of nbGlobalElem below or equal to work_group_size
	while(nbGlobalElem%work_group_size){work_group_size--;}
	txt="work_group_size = "+to_string(work_group_size); m_log->write(txt);

	txt = "buffer_1item_Size = "+to_string(longuest_contig_size);
	m_log->write(txt);

	//Prepare GPU for the run
	cl::Event ev;
		//infos buffer (64bits): number of contigs, size of the ultrasequence, size of longuest contig
		//buffer only accepts non-dynamics arrays (even of size 1)
	m_log->write("Prepare infos buffer");
	buf_size = sizeof(uint64_t)*3;
	txt = "infosBuf = "+to_string(buf_size)+"B";
	m_log->write(txt);
	uint64_t infos[3] = {nbContigs, ultraSequenceSize, longuest_contig_size};
	cl::Buffer buf_infos (m_context, CL_MEM_READ_ONLY, buf_size);
	state = m_commandqueue.enqueueWriteBuffer(buf_infos, CL_TRUE, 0, buf_size, &infos);
	if(state != CL_SUCCESS){
		txt = "OPENCL: Error while writing infos buffer ("+to_string(state)+")";
		m_log->write(txt);
		throw(txt);
	}
	m_kernel.setArg(0, buf_infos); //update kernel
	bufferGlobalUsage += buf_size;

		//Prepare the buffer for the results matrix (it will be 1D so an id of {x,y} is id=x+y*x_size)
		//The size of the buffer = char * x_size * y_size. Note: x_size == y_size == nb_contigs
	m_log->write("Prepare scores matrix buffer");
	buf_size = sizeof(char)*nbGlobalElem;
	txt = "matrixScoresBuf = "+to_string(buf_size)+"B";
	m_log->write(txt);
	size_t scores_size = buf_size;
	cl::Buffer buf_scores (m_context, CL_MEM_WRITE_ONLY, buf_size);
	state = m_kernel.setArg(1, buf_scores);
	if(state != CL_SUCCESS){
		txt = "OPENCL: Error setting arg 1 infos ("+to_string(state)+")";
		m_log->write(txt);
		throw(txt);
	}
	bufferGlobalUsage += buf_size;

		//sequences sizes (array of 64bits) buffer
	m_log->write("Prepare contigs sizes buffer");
	buf_size = sizeof(uint64_t)*nbContigs;
	txt = "contigsSizesBuf = "+to_string(buf_size)+"B";
	m_log->write(txt);
	cl::Buffer buf_sizes (m_context, CL_MEM_READ_ONLY, buf_size);
	state = m_commandqueue.enqueueWriteBuffer(buf_sizes, CL_TRUE, 0, buf_size, &contigs_size[0]);
	if(state != CL_SUCCESS){
		txt = "OPENCL: Error while writing sequences_sizes buffer ("+to_string(state)+")";
		m_log->write(txt);
		throw(txt);
	}
	state = m_kernel.setArg(2, buf_sizes);
	if(state != CL_SUCCESS){
		txt = "OPENCL: Error setting arg 2 sequences_sizes ("+to_string(state)+")";
		m_log->write(txt);
		throw(txt);
	}
	bufferGlobalUsage += buf_size;

		//ultrasequence, get each contigs sequence and add it in ultrasequence
	m_log->write("Prepare ultraSequence buffer");
	buf_size = sizeof(cl_char)*ultraSequenceSize;
	txt = "ultraSeqSize = "+to_string(buf_size)+"B";
	m_log->write(txt);
	cl_char* ultraSequence = new cl_char[ultraSequenceSize];
	uint64_t i = 0;
	for(uint64_t c=0; c < nbContigs; c++){
		string seq = contigs.get_seqContig(c);
		for(size_t j=0; j < seq.size(); j++){
				ultraSequence[i] = seq[j];
				i++;
		}
	}
	cl::Buffer buf_ultraseq (m_context, CL_MEM_READ_ONLY, buf_size);
	state = m_commandqueue.enqueueWriteBuffer(buf_ultraseq, CL_TRUE, 0, buf_size, ultraSequence);
	if(state != CL_SUCCESS){
		txt = "OPENCL: Error while writing ultrasequence buffer ("+to_string(state)+")";
		m_log->write(txt);
		throw(txt);
	}
	state = m_kernel.setArg(3, buf_ultraseq);
	if(state != CL_SUCCESS){
		txt = "OPENCL: Error setting arg 3 ultraseq ("+to_string(state)+")";
		m_log->write(txt);
		throw(txt);
	}
	bufferGlobalUsage += buf_size;

	delete ultraSequence; //Clean  the memory
	ultraSequence = nullptr;

		//buffers for work items
		/*
			They need 1 array for need1a and 1 array for the one contig as the another one is only read once per work-item,
			there is no necessity to copy it in local.
			These arrays are of size of longuest contig.
			Each work item need its own array (for each arrays) allocated on local.
			So a local array (of a work group) contains all concatenated array of the work items of the same group.
			This local array have a size of longuest_contig_size*work_group_size number of elements.

			The localisation (global or local) of buffer with NULL value is decided by the kernel parameter
			('global long* intarray' or 'local long* intarray').
		*/
		// Each work item have need an int array. As it is on global, the buffer size must have nbContigs^2 elements (the number of work items in total)
	m_log->write("Prepare work-items buffers");
	buf_size = longuest_contig_size*nbGlobalElem*sizeof(cl_long);
	txt= "intBufferGroup = "+to_string(buf_size)+"B";
	m_log->write(txt);
	cl::Buffer buf_intarray (m_context, CL_MEM_READ_WRITE, buf_size);
	cl_long* intarray = new cl_long[longuest_contig_size*nbGlobalElem];
	for(size_t i=0; i < longuest_contig_size*nbGlobalElem; i++){intarray[i]=0;}
	state = m_commandqueue.enqueueWriteBuffer(buf_intarray, CL_TRUE, 0, buf_size, intarray);
	if(state != CL_SUCCESS){
		txt = "OPENCL: Error while writing intarray buffer ("+to_string(state)+")";
		m_log->write(txt);
		throw(txt);
	}
	state = m_kernel.setArg(4, buf_intarray);
	if(state != CL_SUCCESS){
		txt = "OPENCL: Error setting arg 4 intarray ("+to_string(state)+")";
		m_log->write(txt);
		throw(txt);
	}
	bufferGlobalUsage += buf_size;

		//The sequence are copy on local array. Each work item need 2 array (the 2 sequences)
	m_log->write("Prepare work-items local buffers");
	buf_size = 2*longuest_contig_size*work_group_size*sizeof(cl_char);
	txt= "charBufferGroup = "+to_string(buf_size)+"B";
	m_log->write(txt);
	state = m_kernel.setArg(5, buf_size, NULL); //Declare only the space size so it can be on local
	if(state != CL_SUCCESS){
		txt = "OPENCL: Error setting arg 5 local_char_array ("+to_string(state)+")";
		m_log->write(txt);
		throw(txt);
	}
	bufferLocalUsage += buf_size;

	//Memory usage from buffer
	txt = "buffer_global_usage = "+to_string(bufferGlobalUsage)+"B";
	m_log->write(txt);
	txt = "buffer_global_percent = "+to_string(100*bufferGlobalUsage/m_device_global_bytes)+"%";
	m_log->write(txt);
	txt = "buffer_local_usage = "+to_string(bufferLocalUsage)+"B";
	m_log->write(txt);
	txt = "buffer_local_percent = "+to_string(100*bufferLocalUsage/m_device_local_bytes)+"%";
	m_log->write(txt);

	//Run the kernel and wait the end (global ids (contig1_id, contig2_id) is 2D to 1D (nbContigs*nbContigs), local is 1D (work group item id)
	//So contig2_id = global_id/nbContigs and contig1_id=global_id-contig2_id*nbContigs
	m_log->write("Run kernel");
		//Launch kernel
	state = m_commandqueue.enqueueNDRangeKernel(m_kernel,cl::NullRange, cl::NDRange(nbGlobalElem), cl::NDRange(work_group_size), NULL, &ev);
	if(state != CL_SUCCESS){
		txt = "OPENCL: Error while setting global and local ranges ("+to_string(state)+")";
		m_log->write(txt);
		throw(txt);
	}

	state = ev.wait();
	if(state != CL_SUCCESS){
		txt = "OPENCL: Error while running kernel ("+to_string(state)+")";
		m_log->write(txt);
		throw(txt);
	}

	//Get the scores matrix: get the buffer into a 1D array then convert de 2D vectors array
	int8_t* scores_1D = new int8_t[nbGlobalElem];
	state = m_commandqueue.enqueueReadBuffer(buf_scores, CL_TRUE, 0, scores_size, scores_1D);
	if(state != CL_SUCCESS){
		txt = "OPENCL: Error while reading scores buffer ("+to_string(state)+")";
		m_log->write(txt);
		throw(txt);
	}

	vector< vector<int8_t> > scores = vector< vector<int8_t> >(nbContigs, vector<int8_t>(nbContigs, 0));
	for(size_t j=0; j<nbContigs; j++){
		for(size_t i=0; i<nbContigs; i++){
			scores[i][j] = scores_1D[i+nbContigs*j];
		}
	}

	//Clean the memory
	delete scores_1D;
	scores_1D = nullptr;

	//Return the scores matrix
	return scores;
}

void WorkerCL::list_infos(Log& output){
	string txt;

	//Get platforms
	txt = "\n\t[Platforms list]";
	output.write(txt);
	vector<cl::Platform> platforms;
	cl::Platform::get(&platforms);
	if(!platforms.size()){
		txt = "No platform detected";
		output.write(txt);
		return;
	}
	txt = "platform_id\tplatform_name\tplatform_profile\tplatform_vendor\tplatform_version";
	output.write(txt);
	for(size_t i=0; i < platforms.size(); i++){
		cl::Platform& p = platforms[i];
		txt = to_string(i);
		txt += "\t" + p.getInfo<CL_PLATFORM_NAME>();
		txt += "\t" + p.getInfo<CL_PLATFORM_PROFILE>();
		txt += "\t" + p.getInfo<CL_PLATFORM_VENDOR>();
		txt += "\t" + p.getInfo<CL_PLATFORM_VERSION>();
		//txt += "\t" + p.getInfo<CL_PLATFORM_EXTENSIONS>();
		output.write(txt);
	}

	//Get devices
	txt = "\n\t[Devices list]";
	output.write(txt);
	txt = "platform_id\tdevice_id\tdevice_name\tdevice_vendor\tdevice_profile\tdevice_version\tdevice_globalmem\tdevice_localmem\tdevice_maxgroupsize\tdriver_version\topencl_c_version";
	output.write(txt);
	for(size_t p = 0; p < platforms.size(); p++){
		vector<cl::Device> devices;
		platforms[p].getDevices(CL_DEVICE_TYPE_ALL, &devices);
		for(size_t d = 0; d < devices.size(); d++){
			cl::Device& device = devices[d];
			txt = to_string(p)+"\t"+to_string(d);
			txt += "\t" + device.getInfo<CL_DEVICE_NAME>();
			txt += "\t" + device.getInfo<CL_DEVICE_VENDOR>();
			txt += "\t" + device.getInfo<CL_DEVICE_PROFILE>();
			txt += "\t" + device.getInfo<CL_DEVICE_VERSION>();
			txt += "\t" + to_string(device.getInfo<CL_DEVICE_GLOBAL_MEM_SIZE>())+"B";
			txt += "\t" + to_string(device.getInfo<CL_DEVICE_LOCAL_MEM_SIZE>())+"B";
			txt += "\t" + to_string(device.getInfo<CL_DEVICE_MAX_WORK_GROUP_SIZE>());
			txt += "\t" + device.getInfo<CL_DRIVER_VERSION>();
			txt += "\t" + device.getInfo<CL_DEVICE_OPENCL_C_VERSION>();
			output.write(txt);
		}
	}
}

/*
Les balises 'R"CLCODE(' et ')CLCODE'   (du type R"NAME( ... )NAME") servent à définir un
string litéral brut. C'est utile pour avoir un string sur plusieurs ligne, comme un code,
et cela évite d'avoir à ouvrir puis fermer les guillemets à chaque ligne.
Le code (entouré des balises de str) est contenu dans un fichier "kernel.cl" qui est donc inclu à la compilation.

Reminder:
	infos[0]: number of contigs
	infos[1]: size of ultrasequence
	infos[2]: size of longuest contig (so the size of a lot of elements of buffers arrays)
*/

string WorkerCL::kernel_cmp_2_contigs =
#include "kernel.cl"


My goodness I am really excited to show you how to make this gorgeous neutral fall wreath. I love how the white pumpkins and flowers stand out against the eucalyptus leaves. Eucalyptus is very popular right now in farmhouse decor.
Summer is winding down and Fall is just around the corner. Fall is my most favorite season of all. Even though I live in Florida and it's still pretty hot, it's just not the sweltering, take your breath away hot. You know the type that causes you to produce a full on sweat just walking to your mail box. Yeah, that's Summer in Florida, so I welcome fall with open arms. Also, the smell in the air changes, evenings are cooler and I find most of my reminiscing happens in Fall.
With Fall comes the need to decorate my home with all kinds of "Fallish" things. I still follow a neutral color scheme even in fall and I really love the rustic farmhouse / rustic chic style. This means any of the decor I choose or make will be that type of style. Since I love crafting I thought I would get to crafting! My first "Fall" project is this rustic farmhouse Happy Fall sign. I just love how it turned out.
It's perfectly imperfect and I think it looks great on top of my freshly painted storage drawer dresser.
Per usual I have put together a video on how I made it and I hope you enjoy watching it! You can click here or watch below. If you are interested in a tutorial on how I made my Silhouette file to cut my vinyl stencil, then comment on here or on the video.


I wrote the following article for Copenhagen Exclusive Magazine. It appeared in print last year but never made it online. It's filled with lots of tips on things to do in and around CPH during the summer! Wonderful Copenhagen also compiled a list of Sea View Hangouts.
When the days become longer and lighter and the sun begins to warm the skin, people in Copenhagen celebrate. It's time to enjoy the outdoors and take full advantage of the summer splendor.
Having spent many years in Texas prior to living in Denmark, and as a foreigner here, I have come to fully appreciate the summer and the sun. There's a special magic that happens and you can feel it in the air. Eating ice cream, barbequing, sun bathing, boating, swimming and picnicking are just some of the ways Danes typically enjoy the summer. Depending on your idea of outdoor fun, here are some of my favorite picks for getting the most out of the best season of the year. In Copenhagen there is surely something for everyone!
You will find the hip and beautiful lounging around or taking part in summer outdoor fun at one of the many bars and cafes, as well as canal swimming areas in the city. The swimming areas and boating activities are also ideal for kids.
With a 7,300 km-long coastline, Denmark offers a good variety of beaches and some not so far from Copenhagen city. A range of activities are on offer including scuba diving, jet skiing, kite surfing and volleyball.
There is nothing like packing a picnic, taking it to a local park and enjoying it in the fresh air. You can do this just about anywhere around Copenhagen, but these parks offer tranquil and beautiful surroundings to relax and simply enjoy.
Just north of Copenhagen three lakes await the outdoorsy types with loads of activities from canoeing, boat tours, kayaking hiking and swimming. The 30 km long Mill River (Mølleåen) from Frederiksdal to Øresund offers a long, serene ride passing old mills and scenic landscapes. The river starts in Lyngby/Jægersborg Hegn. Here are some great spots to enjoy an authentic Danish summer meal.
Seriously worth checking out …. See you there on saturday!!
Great post… thanks! I'll look over this again during the next few weeks before I visit my boyfriend again. When I visited him in May, we biked to Dyrehaven…. what a great place!
great article and very informative!
if ever i get a chance to visit this will be a great resource!
and what a great sunset shot!


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Before you can fire your unit's weapons at the enemy, you must be able to see them. This section covers the basics of model/unit visibility and target selection.
Any enemy unit that is in Line Of Sight to the firing unit's leader may be targeted for shooting.
An enemy unit is considered to be in Line of Sight if any of its individual models are visible to your unit's leader.
If none of an enemy unit's models are visible to your unit's leader, but are visible to one or more of the other models in your unit, then you may still be able to target that enemy unit. It will, however, be more difficult. Roll a Ld check for your unit.
If the Ld check is passed, the trooper who saw the enemy shouted loud enough for his unit leader to hear him. That enemy unit may then be targeted as normal. If the Ld check is failed, then the enemy unit may not be targeted that turn.
Note that this roll, passed or failed, does not commit you to firing at that enemy unit. It only determines whether the enemy unit can be targeted. Your unit will later select its final target(s) from amongst all visible enemy units when it rolls it's ranged attacks.
If 2 or more models in a targeted unit have different levels of visibility, then the most visible model in that unit will determine the entire unit's visibility. So long as that model is in LoS of the unit doing the targeting.
There are 5 basic levels of model visibility, from most most visible to least visible.
Whether you can see a particular model, and the unit it's a part of, will depend on their level of visibility. The details of how each type of terrain affects visibility, is detailed in the terrain & visibility section of the WarStrike rules.
If an enemy model is considered to be in the clear, then you can see, and target, that model's unit anywhere on the table. So long as the model is within the range of your unit's weapons.
If a clear model's unit has performed a Get Down! action, then the unit will be considered to be obscured, rather than clear.
Obscured targets are more difficult, but not impossible, to see. An Obscured model may be targeted normally, though it will be harder to hit with ranged weapons than a visible model.
If, however, an obscured model's unit has performed a Get Down! action, then the unit will be considered to be concealed, rather than obscured.
Obscured units add +1 to their starting Ev.
Concealed models cannot be seen or targeted at all. Unless they have moved At The Double, performed an Open Fire action, or are within a unit's Awareness Range.
If a concealed model's unit has performed a Get Down! action, then that unit will be considered to be hidden, rather than concealed.
Concealed units add +1 to their starting Ev.
A hidden model is one which is completely behind a solid wall, tall hill, or other non-moveable terrain feature.
To determine whether a model (or its base) is hidden, bend down and look from just behind the head of your unit's models, out towards the enemy model. If you can physically see the enemy model, then it is not hidden. If you can't see the model at all, then it is hidden.
Hidden unit cannot be targeted unless they are within your unit's Awareness Range. Even then, they will be harder to hit than a unit which is simply concealed.
Hidden units add +2 to their starting Ev.
Real life battlefields are not as perfectly flat as a gaming table. Normally, the members of a unit will use the small imperfections in the terrain to their advantage. Crouching low, and using every little rise or dip in the field to conceal themselves.
Sometimes though, a unit must move quickly. Trading careful, stealthy movement for speed. The terrain that they're crossing might also be paved, hard-packed, or otherwise difficult to hide in. In which case they will count as Exposed.
The Awareness Range of a firing unit will be doubled when targeting an Exposed unit.
A unit may split its fire amongst any any visible enemy units. When rolling To-Hit, simply declare which of your models are firing at the current target. Each model in your unit may only fire at a single target during the same action.
You don't have to declare all of your unit's targets in advance, but once you have rolled to hit with all of your declared models at a particular enemy unit, you may not target that enemy unit again during the same action. If you have already fired at all of your unit's visible targets, and you still have models left in your unit which have not yet fired, then those models will not be able to shoot for the remainder of that action.
If a unit has been provided with the proper communications gear, it can share targeting information with the other squads in its own Strike Force.
When the leader model of a unit with the TacCom special rule targets an enemy unit, you may place a TacCom marker on that enemy unit in leu of the leader's normal shooting.
On a successful Ld check, any other friendly units which also have the TacCom rule may double their Awareness Range when targeting the marked unit.
All active TacCom markers are automatically removed at the Beginning of the Reaction Phase.
In some units, every trooper is able to communicate with their leader via a helmet link, telepathy, or other means. This makes it much easier to get the leader's attention during the heat of battle.
A unit with the SquadCom special rule does not require a Ld check in order target an enemy unit that is visible to a unit member, but not the unit's leader.
For the remainder of the Shooting rules, 'Target Model' or 'Target' shall describe any model, in an opposing unit, which a player's unit is currently attempting to either target, or actually shoot with its weapons.
By the same token, 'Firing Model' or 'Firer' shall refer to any model in a unit which is attempting to either target, or shoot, a particular enemy model.
When the shooting rules simply refer to a 'model', this should be understood to apply to either a Target Model, or a Firing Model, equally.


Charles Hudon contract will be expiring at the end of this season. The Montréal Canadiens have 3 more attempts available to try to sign my client to an extension before he goes off to free agency.
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Precaliber 20 will have your little rider begging to go out for a pedal on their first real big kid bike. It's a great transition model from training wheels. It has one speed, a coaster brake, and a saddle with an integrated handle that can be swapped out for a light mount. For kids ages 6-8, between 45-52-inches tall It's right for you if... Your kid is ready to leave training wheels behind, and you want to get them a fun, durable, bike that's simple to use. You don't want to settle for a big box brand, because you know the value of a high-quality bike that will keep your kid confident and in control. The tech you get A lightweight Alpha Silver Aluminum frame, one speed, and a coaster brake. Plus, a kickstand and a saddle with an integrated handle that can be swapped out for an integrated taillight mount. Everything on this bike is built to last, so it'll still feel like new when handed down to younger siblings. The final word This bike is the perfect choice for young riders who want to transition from a little kid bike to a big kid bike, with a simple, quality frame that will keep them upright and smiling while they ride at the park with friends or on the local bike paths with your family. Why you'll love it - One speed is all you need—a simple set-up gives kids confidence and helps them stay in control - Coaster brakes are simple and intuitive for kids to use—they just pedal backwards to stop! - You can replace the saddle's integrated handle with an integrated light mount to boost visibility on family adventures and solo excursions - Like all Precaliber bikes, the frame is lower so it's easier for kids to stand over and hop on and off - You shouldn't buy your kid's bike where you buy your cereal—Unlike big box brands, Trek kids' bikes are assembled by people who know bikes
Precaliber 20 will have your little rider begging to go out for a pedal on their first real big kid bike. It's a great transition model from training wheels. It has one speed, a coaster brake, and a saddle with an integrated handle that can be swapped out for a light mount. For kids ages 6-8, between 45-52-inches tall. It's right for you if... Your kid is ready to leave training wheels behind, and you want to get them a fun, durable, bike that's simple to use. You don't want to settle for a big box brand, because you know the value of a high-quality bike that will keep your kid confident and in control. The tech you get A lightweight Alpha Silver Aluminum frame, one speed, and a coaster brake. Plus, a kickstand and a saddle with an integrated handle that can be swapped out for an integrated taillight mount. Everything on this bike is built to last, so it'll still feel like new when handed down to younger siblings. The final word This bike is the perfect choice for young riders who want to transition from a little kid bike to a big kid bike, with a simple, quality frame that will keep them upright and smiling while they ride at the park with friends or on the local bike paths with your family. Why you'll love it - One speed is all you need—a simple set-up gives kids confidence and helps them stay in control - Coaster brakes are simple and intuitive for kids to use—they just pedal backwards to stop! - You can replace the saddle's integrated handle with an integrated light mount to boost visibility on family adventures and solo excursions - Like all Precaliber bikes, the frame is lower so it's easier for kids to stand over and hop on and off - You shouldn't buy your kid's bike where you buy your cereal—Unlike big box brands, Trek kids' bikes are assembled by people who know bikes
Trek Precaliber 20 7-Speed
Precaliber 20 7-Speed is a rugged kids' bike for young adventurers. It has a lightweight frame and quality components like a front suspension fork, 7-speed gearing, and hand brakes that are perfectly sized to better fit small riders. For kids ages 6-8, between 45-52-inches tall. It's right for you if... You love exploring nature on your bike, and want your little adventurer to come along. You're looking for a high-quality kids' bike that's comfortable, durable, and most of all, super fun for your little shredder. The tech you get A strong, lightweight aluminum frame, a simple 7-speed drivetrain that's easy for kids to handle, and a front suspension fork to smooth out bumps on the road and trail. Plus, it has a kickstand, mounts for a rear rack, and a saddle with an integrated handle that can be swapped out for an integrated taillight mount. The final word When you're young, just being outside is an adventure. Precaliber's rugged styling makes it the perfect vessel for young explorers. They may pretend to be scaling dangerous mountains or escaping terrible beasts, but with a high-quality build and components, you'll always have peace of mind. Why you'll love it - Intuitive twist shift makes it easy for kids to switch gears when their terrain changes - You can replace the saddle's integrated handle with an integrated light mount to boost visibility on family adventures and solo excursions - This bike is hand-me-down heaven: it's built to last, so younger siblings can inherit this bike and it'll still feel like new - Like all Precaliber bikes, the frame is lower so it's easier for kids to stand over and hop on and off - You shouldn't buy your kid's bike where you buy your cereal—Unlike big box brands, Trek kids' bikes are assembled by people who know bikes
Precaliber 20 7-Speed is a rugged kids' bike for young adventurers. It has a lightweight frame and quality components like a front suspension fork, 7-speed gearing, and hand brakes that are perfectly sized to better fit small riders. For kids ages 6-8, between 45-52-inches tall. It's right for you if... You love exploring nature on your bike, and want your little adventurer to come along. You're looking for a high-quality kids' bike that's comfortable, durable, and most of all, super fun for your little shredder. The tech you get A strong, lightweight aluminum frame, a simple 7-speed drivetrain that's easy for kids to handle, and a front suspension fork to smooth out bumps on the road and trail. Plus, it has a kickstand, mounts for a rear rack, and a saddle with an integrated handle that can be swapped out for an integrated taillight mount. The final word When you're young, just being outside is an adventure. Precaliber's rugged styling makes it the perfect ride for young explorers. They may pretend to be scaling dangerous mountains or escaping terrible beasts, but with a high-quality build and components, you'll always have peace of mind. Why you'll love it - Intuitive twist shift makes it easy for kids to switch gears when their terrain changes - You can replace the saddle's integrated handle with an integrated light mount to boost visibility on family adventures and solo excursions - Like all Precaliber bikes, the frame is lower so it's easier for kids to stand over and hop on and off - This bike is hand-me-down heaven: it's built to last, so younger siblings can inherit this bike and it'll still feel like new - You shouldn't buy your kid's bike where you buy your cereal—Unlike big box brands, Trek kids' bikes are assembled by people who know bikes
Precaliber 24 8-Speed is a classic kids' bike with great style, performance, and durability. It has the simplicity of an 8-speed drivetrain and intuitive twist shift that makes it easy for kids to ride varied terrain. Plus, the strong yet lightweight aluminum frame stands up to even the roughest riders. For kids ages 8-12, between 51-59-inches tall. It's right for you if... Your kid loves to explore, and you want them to have a quality ride for all their road, path, or trail adventures. They're ready to upgrade from a singlespeed for a little extra help on hills and longer rides, but they don't need a ton of gears just yet. The tech you get A strong, lightweight aluminum frame that will stand up to whatever your youngster dishes out, with simple and reliable Shimano 8-speed shifting that makes it easy to climb hills. Plus, it has a kickstand, and a saddle with an integrated handle that can be swapped out for an integrated taillight mount. The final word Whether your kids are riding to school, racing around the neighborhood with friends, or tagging along on family rides, Precaliber 24 8-speed features the quality parts they need to ride with confidence and stay in control. Why you'll love it - Intuitive twist shift makes it easy for kids to switch gears when their terrain changes - You can replace the saddle's integrated handle with an integrated light mount to boost visibility on family adventures and solo excursions - This bike is hand-me-down heaven: it's built to last, so younger siblings can inherit this bike and it'll still feel like new - Like all Precaliber bikes, the frame is lower so it's easier for kids to stand over and hop on and off - You shouldn't buy your kid's bike where you buy your cereal—Unlike big box brands, Trek kids' bikes are assembled by people who know bikes
Trek Precaliber 24 8-Speed Suspension
Precaliber 24 8-speed is a rugged kids' bike built for young adventurers who love riding off the pavement and into the dirt. It has a sturdy yet light aluminum frame with a performance suspension fork and an 8-speed drivetrain perfect for racing home from school, zipping through the woods, and riding trails and paths with family. It's right for you if... You love exploring nature on your bike, and your kid loves adventuring with you! You're looking for a high-quality kids' bike that's comfortable, durable, and has trail-ready parts for your up-and-coming singletrack shredder. The tech you get A strong, lightweight aluminum frame, a simple Shimano 8-speed drivetrain that's easy for kids to handle, and a front suspension fork with 45mm of travel to absorb bumps. Plus, a kickstand, rear rack mounts, and a saddle with an integrated handle that can be swapped out for an integrated taillight mount. Everything on this bike is built to last, so it'll still feel like new when handed down to younger siblings. The final word This rugged, high-quality bike encourages fun and skill-building on the trail. It's perfect for kids who are getting into off-road riding, with a trail-smoothing front suspension fork and an 8-speed drivetrain. Why you'll love it - This bike can get your youngster hooked on a lifetime hobby that's healthy, environmentally friendly, and fun - Intuitive twist shift makes it easy for kids to switch gears when their terrain changes - You can replace the saddle's integrated handle with an integrated light mount to boost visibility on family adventures and solo excursions - Like all Precaliber bikes, the frame is lower so it's easier for kids to stand over and hop on and off - You shouldn't buy your kid's bike where you buy your cereal—Unlike big box brands, Trek kids' bikes are assembled by people who know bikes
Precaliber 24 8-Speed is a versatile kids' bike built for young adventurers who love riding off the pavement and into the dirt. It has a sturdy yet light aluminum frame with a performance suspension fork and an 8-speed drivetrain perfect for racing home from school, zipping through the woods, and riding trails and paths with family. For kids ages 8-12, between 51-59" tall. It's right for you if... You love exploring nature on your bike, and your kid loves adventuring with you! You're looking for a high-quality kids' bike that's comfortable, durable, and has trail-ready parts for your up-and-coming singletrack shredder. The tech you get A strong, lightweight aluminum frame, a simple Shimano 8-speed drivetrain that's easy for kids to handle, and a front suspension fork with 45mm of travel to absorb bumps. Plus, a kickstand, rear rack mounts, and a saddle with an integrated handle that can be swapped out for an integrated taillight mount. Everything on this bike is built to last, so it'll still feel like new when handed down to younger siblings. The final word This rugged, high-quality bike encourages fun and skill-building on the trail. It's perfect for kids who are getting into off-road riding, with a trail-smoothing front suspension fork and an 8-speed drivetrain. Why you'll love it - This bike can get your youngster hooked on a lifetime hobby that's healthy, environmentally friendly, and fun - Intuitive twist shift makes it easy for kids to switch gears when their terrain changes - You can replace the saddle's integrated handle with an integrated light mount to boost visibility on family adventures and solo excursions - Like all Precaliber bikes, the frame is lower so it's easier for kids to stand over and hop on and off - Investing in a kids' bike from an established bike brand is worth it—Trek kids' bikes are designed and assembled by people who know bikes
Trek Roscoe 20
Roscoe 20 is a mid-fat kids' mountain bike designed to build confidence on the trail. It takes cues from the adult Roscoe, but this ride was built from the ground up for kids. 2.8" mid-fat tires, a 1x drivetrain, and a wide-range cassette make Roscoe the ideal bike for little rippers who want to build skills and have a ridiculous amount of fun keeping up with Mom, Dad, or an older sibling. Fit for riders 45-52" tall. The final word Give a kid a Roscoe and you'll make a mountain biker for life. Mid-fat tires and a wealth of kid-specific design details make this bike the perfect introduction to the trail. If your little one is ready to tag along when you hit the singletrack, this is the kid-friendly set-up that's made to build confidence, skills, and a healthy obsession with the world's greatest activity. Why you'll love it - There's no family outing as fun as a trail session, and Roscoe is the ideal kids' bike for building great memories - This isn't a small adult bike—it's built from the ground up for kids, by people who know exactly what works for them and what doesn't - When you're learning to ride, simplicity is best: a 1x8 drivetrain lets kids focus on keeping the rubber side down - The kid-specific frame geometry has a sloping top tube that makes it easier to hop on and off - The rear brake caliper is tucked into the frame to help prevent damage from laying the bike down
Roscoe 24 is a mid-fat kids' mountain bike designed to build confidence on the trail. It takes cues from the adult Roscoe, but this ride was built from the ground up for kids. 2.8" mid-fat tires, a 1x drivetrain, and a wide-range cassette make Roscoe the ideal bike for little rippers who want to build skills and have a ridiculous amount of fun keeping up with Mom, Dad, or an older sibling. Fit for riders 51-59" tall. It's right for you if... Your little shredder is ready to hop off the neighborhood streets and onto the trail, and you want to get them started the right way with a real-deal mountain bike that builds skills and confidence from the outset. If you're looking to teach your little one the wisdom of the trail, there's no better teaching tool than Roscoe. The tech you get A durable Alpha Gold Aluminum frame with a sloping top tube for added clearance, 24" wheels with mid-fat 2.8" tires for added traction and stability, a 1x8 Shimano drivetrain with a wide-range cassette for hills and technical sections, mechanical disc brakes, and loads of thoughtful details borrowed from adult MTB tech, like a closed front dropout and a tucked-in rear brake caliper so when kids drop their Roscoe it doesn't mean an automatic trip to the shop for a replacement part. The final word Give a kid a Roscoe and you'll make a mountain biker for life. Mid-fat tires and a wealth of kid-specific design details make this bike the perfect introduction to the trail. If your little one is ready to tag along when you hit the singletrack, this is the kid-friendly set-up that's made to build confidence, skills, and a healthy obsession with the world's greatest activity. Why you'll love it - There's no family outing as fun as a trail session, and Roscoe is the ideal kids' bike for building great memories - This isn't a small adult bike—it's built from the ground up for kids, by people who know exactly what works for them and what doesn't - When you're learning to ride, simplicity is best: a 1x8 drivetrain lets kids focus on keeping the rubber side down - The kid-specific frame geometry has a sloping top tube that makes it easier to hop on and off - The rear brake caliper is tucked into the frame to help prevent damage from laying the bike down
Trek Wahoo 24
Wahoo 24 is a lightweight, simple, and practical kids' hybrid bike that makes it easy for your little one to make the most of every ride. This versatile ride is built for ease of use: it's light, capable on a variety of surfaces, and equipped with a 1x8 drivetrain and a wide range of gearing for wherever your little one roams. For kids ages 8-12, between 51-59 inches tall. It's right for you if... You know riding is about having fun, and you want your little one to have a capable ride that's easy to operate, easy to handle, and versatile. Whether you're riding as a family or commuting to school in the morning, Wahoo delivers one great ride after another. The tech you get A lightweight Alpha Aluminum frame that's easy for kids to pick up and maneuver, multi-surface tires for traction on a variety of terrain, and a 1x8 drivetrain that simplifies the shifting process so kids can focus on what matters: having fun! The final word Wahoo is an all-purpose kids' bike with great all-around performance. It's light, practical, built for ease of use, and a lot of fun to ride. Plus, it's super easy to accessorize so your little one can make it their own! Why you'll love it 1 - Lightweight and capable: Wahoo's aluminum frame is strong and durable, but still light enough that it's easy for kids to control 2 - Closed dropouts with Trek's proprietary ThruSkew, a safety feature that ensures the wheels will never drop out unintentionally 3 - A simple 1x8 drivetrain simplifies shifting so kids can focus on having fun! 4 - You shouldn't buy your kid's bike where you buy your cereal - Unlike big box brands, Trek kids' bikes are assembled by people who know bikes
Freedom is the absence of fear. And riding fearlessly requires a bike that can handle your kid's imagination. It's why we designed Riprock to be a mountain bike inclusive of all the features needed for superior ripping, like modern geometry, Ground Control tires, hydraulic disc brakes, and internally routed cables. Finally, we threw in a wider-range drivetrain, making Riprock truly the perfect bike to inspire riders to climb higher and tackle the downhills freely. Kids can't ride confidently if they're not riding comfortably. With Riprock, fit comes first. This meant using data to reimagine everything from how they grip to how they sit to create a bike specifically and proportionally for kids. We did all this because comfort creates confidence. And more confidence always leads to more riding fearlessly. - A lightweight package, complete with an updated frame and wide-range drivetrain, creates the perfect bike to allow riders to easily tackle climbs. - Kids-specific updates and features create a ride that inspires confidence. A 130mm Bridge saddle, as well as a narrower Q factor and shorter cranks, offer improved alignment between the hip, knee, and ankle to decrease the risk of injury and increase pedal power. Narrow grips and updated frame geometry offer improved bike handling, inspiring riders to ride more. - Trail riding starts here. Inspired by Specialized's heritage in making mountain bikes, the Riprock offers modern MTB features such as a slack head tube angle, internally routed cables, hydraulic disc brakes, and Ground Control tires.
Linus Lil' Dutchi 16"
Finally, a kid's bike that looks like a classic Dutch city bike. A streamlined profile combined with thinner, lighter alloy tubing and an easy back pedal coaster brake that's great for kids. Each Lil' Dutchi comes with removable training wheels. Recommended for ages 4 to 6 years old. Key Features: - 16" wheels with back training wheels - Coaster brakes - Front and rear reflectors - Vintage-inspired bell - Brown leatherette seat with matching hand-stitched grips
Linus Lil' Roadster 16"
Finally, a kid's bike that looks like a classic city bike. A streamlined profile combined with thinner, lighter alloy tubing, equals a happier kid. Each Lil' Roadster comes with removable training wheels. Recommended for ages 4 to 6 years old. Key Features: - 16" wheels with back training wheels - Coaster brakes - Front and rear reflectors - Vintage-inspired bell - Brown leatherette seat with matching hand-stitched grips
Electra Firetail 1 20-inch
Let kids be kids and enjoy all the quality and design details of our adult bikes, plus the benefits of Electra's patented Flat Foot Technology. - Intricate dragons fly amongst the clouds around a deep metallic red frame. - Flat Foot Technology allows kids to sit upright and plant their feet flat on the ground without ever leaving the saddle, which means no tippy-toe stops and a wide view of the road so they can see what's coming. - This 20" model comes with matching fenders, saddle and grips with beautiful designs your kids will love. - With coaster brakes and a front brake, this single-speed bike just made learning to ride easier. - Accessorize their new ride with a matching or coordinating helmet.
BMC Blast 20
BLAST's mission is to empower young riders to go out and escape, share experiences and create incredible memories that they will look back on forever. Technology: - Lightweight Frame: Double butted tubes for a lightweight frame with a distinctive and premium look. - Tailored Ergonomics: Bars, levers, cranks and saddle are tailored for the ergonomics of young riders for a comfortable and custom-made ride. - Dedicated Geometry: Inspired by our MTB's and adapted to smaller riders for intuitive and reliable riding. - Powder Coating Finish: A durable and ecological solution to withstand years of daily use. - Control and Safety: Hydraulic brakes and high volume tires provide control and safety on various surfaces with low rolling resistance. - Blast Sticker Kits: The bike can be designed to your own taste with the BLAST sticker kits.
Sun Bicycles Boardwalk (24-inch Wheels)
Sun's 24-inch Boardwalk cruiser boasts a sweet upright riding position, a plush seat, and wide handlebars to make every ride as comfortable and carefree as possible. With an aluminum frame and wheelset, this simple, low-maintenance one-speed is built for everyday fun around town.
Sun Bicycles Flower Power 16
For the girl who's first learning to ride, Sun's Flower Power is an eye-catching, kid-friendly bike that boasts quality, comfort and safety. This bright, fun 16-inch wheeled bike comes with training wheels, a sloped-down top tube for easy dismounting, and a rear coaster brake for sure stops.
For the girl who's first learning to ride, Sun's Flower Power is an eye-catching, kid-friendly bike that boasts quality, comfort and safety. This bright, fun 20-inch wheeled bike comes with a sloped-down top tube for easy dismounting and a coaster brake for sure stops. Plus, it features a rear hand brake to help her learn proper braking skills.
Sun Bicycles Lil Bolt Type-R
Sun's Li'l Bolt Type-R is a child's perfect complement to your adult cruiser bike. It boasts a sweet upright riding position, a plush seat and wide handlebars to make every ride your little one does as comfortable and carefree as possible. Plus, it's got a light, aluminum frame and 20-inch wheels for a wonderful ride. You'll also love the simple, low-maintenance one-speed, coaster-brake drivetrain.


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Supreme Court Fight Is About Life and Death
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Chuck Schumer, Senate minority leader, says, "Our No. 1 goal must be to communicate the stakes of this Supreme Court fight to the American people." He continued, "nothing is off the table."
Nothing? Not even violence?
After the confirmation hearings of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, members of the Trump administration were being assaulted in publics spaces, in restaurants.
Sen. Schumer is right that the American people must know what's at stake.
Will we have a culture of life and civility, or a culture of death, violence and chaos?
The abortion rate in Schumer's own New York state stands the highest in the nation. Among black women in New York City, according to the Wall Street Journal, "thousands more black babies are aborted each year than born alive."
The last Democratic president, Barack Obama, was the first sitting president to address Planned Parenthood, provider of hundreds of thousands of abortions each year, and concluded by saying: "Thank you, Planned Parenthood. God bless you."
The Affordable Care Act, the signature legislation of President Obama and the Democratic Party, required employers to provide free abortifacients, abortion-inducing drugs, to employees.
Democrats want a Supreme Court justice who sees wanton destruction of human life in the womb as "women's health."
We should appreciate the broader implications of the abortion issue. When we are talking about life and death, we are talking about life's meaning and how that plays out in our culture.
The whole nation went into upheaval when the video showing the horrible murder of George Floyd, suffocated under the knee of a policeman, went viral.
Why was the reaction so intense?
Life and death were there to see in front of our eyes. The visual display of a life senselessly snuffed out was more than anyone could bear.
It is exactly what happens when a mother sees the ultrasound of the unborn child growing in her womb.
I do not believe anything has strengthened the pro-life movement like ultrasound.
John Newton, the repentant slave trader, wrote the haunting hymn "Amazing Grace" to express his grief about his sinful behavior. The hymn concludes with the refrain "Was blind, but now I see."
The legalization of abortion on demand in America in 1973 amounted to a puncture in our nation's soul. We were blind. We must work hard so that we will see again.
We have been watching the inexorable unraveling of the social and cultural fabric of our nation since the Roe v. Wade decision, since we decided to devalue life.
In 1960, 72% of American adults over 18 were married. Today, it is 50%.
In 1970, about 11% of births were to unwed mothers. Today, it exceeds 40%.
Birthrates are at an all-time low and well below what is needed for our population to grow.
In a recent Pew Research survey, only 16% of men and 17% of women said that marriage is "essential for a ... fulfilling life." Only 16% of men and 22% of women said having children is "essential for a ... fulfilling life."
This compared with 57% of men and 46% of women who said "having a job or career they enjoy" is essential.
As we dismiss our Creator from our public spaces, as we exchange love and meaning for crass materialism, we exchange a culture of life for a culture of death. And by doing so, we put the future of our nation in jeopardy.
Fortunately, President Donald Trump understands what is at stake. His No. 1 goal, like that of Sen. Schumer, is "to communicate the stakes of this Supreme Court fight to the American people."
Due to the diligence of this president and the Republican Senate, we will soon see an outstanding conservative woman — one who respects both the sanctity of life and the sanctity of our nation's institutions — fill this court vacancy.
Nothing less than the future of our nation is at stake.
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Afghan eCommerce App Moves to Help During Crisis
Aseel is a platform that helps artisans in Afghanistan sell their homemade products to international buyers.
Teaching himself how to code as a child, Nasrat Khalid grew up as a refugee in Pakistan, and in 2018 launched the Aseel platform to help connect Afghanistan to the rest of the world.
Aseel is an ecommerce site in the mold of Etsy, and brings together Afghan artisans from rural areas onto one platform, set their own prices for their jewellery, carpets, and pottery, and sell to customers from all over the world.
The vast majority of sellers who use the ecommerce platform are women whose products are weaved with generations of craft and tradition.
Yet over the last month, the platform has pivoted towards allowing people around the world to donate aid packages to struggling families in Kabul.
Having in place the infrastructure to enable international aid, Nasrat knew that Aseel was in a position to facilitate. "The babies need milk formula now," Nasrat said to Al Jazeera. "If we wait for a large humanitarian support programme, it may take up to six months, and that is going to cost lives."
The Aseel team updated the platform to enable aid packages being sent from abroad to Afghanistan. Then, the team recruited a group of volunteers to help out with distributing these packages.
So far 3,000 aid packages have been distributed through the Aseel platform. The packages include food, first aid kits, feminine hygiene products, clothes, diapers, and baby formula.
Yet the work does not go without risk. "We are waiting for further announcements from the Taliban," one of Aseel's female employees told the news channel. "Female employees are not allowed to go to work in person, so we are working remotely."
"Our platform in its current stage should not be a target of the Taliban," added Nasrat. "We are assisting with the continuity of systems, providing a mechanism for food distribution and shelter, and if we can expand and scale in a larger format, we may be protecting Afghanistan from falling into a civil war."
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Over the last 3 years, the platform has partnered with 40 Afghan artisans across the country, and has the ambition to create 10,000 jobs, with the ultimate goal of empowering impoverished communities.
Yet with drastic changes taking place in the country, the future of Aseel remains uncertain, like the rest of the startup culture that is emerging. In fact, entrepreneurs in tech connected through communities such as CodeWeekend, which has over 5,000 members.
The founder, Jamshid Hashimi, recently said that the community is continuing to expand its network with Afghan refugees based around the world. "Tech skills are easily portable," said Jamshid. "They give opportunities to Afghans who want to relocate to other countries.
"If the Taliban are to govern, they cannot avoid technology to keep up with the rest of the world… Coding, software and technology are shortcuts, catalysts and enablers in moving society forward."
Nasrat is in total agreement. "Tech needs to be the main tool going forward if we want to bring dramatic changes in Afghanistan within a short period of time."
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DAVOS, 20 January 2015 – On the eve of the World Economic Forum, UNICEF outlined an ambitious 'Agenda for Every Child' that it says must drive the post-2015 sustainable development goals.
As leaders spanning all sectors gather in Davos, UNICEF is challenging the global community to make children a priority in the new Sustainable Development Goals, a roadmap for human progress over the next 15 years that will drive investment and action worldwide. The goals will be agreed to at the United Nations General Assembly in September.
The 'Agenda for Every Child' sets out seven priorities the organization says must be addressed in the new development goals.
1. End violence against children. Almost 1 billion children under 15 suffer regular physical punishment, and a quarter of all girls aged 15–19 experience physical violence. While violence against children is often invisible, its impact on individual children and their societies is profound and far-reaching. Because violence against children is a universal problem, investing in protecting children from violence, abuse, neglect, and exploitation must be a global priority.
2. Put ending child poverty at the core of global poverty eradication. Half of the world's extreme poor are children with nearly 570 million people under the age of 18 living below the international poverty line of $1.25 a day. Poverty in childhood is often the root cause of poverty in adulthood. Without access to health services, nutrition, water and sanitation, shelter and education, this cycle of poverty will continue.
3. End preventable child and maternal deaths. Children in the poorest 20 per cent of households are twice as likely to die before their fifth birthday as those in the richest 20 per cent, and nearly three times as likely to be underweight or ill. Better health systems and better targeting of resources to reach the most vulnerable children and mothers will save lives, strengthen families, and support sustainable growth.
4. Pay more attention to adolescence, the second decade of life. Gains realized in early childhood can either be consolidated or lost during adolescence, but adolescents are too often left out of planning and services. Investing in their learning and promoting healthy lifestyles, among other efforts, will help protect adolescents from disease and violence, and better prepare them for adulthood.
5. Leverage the growing data revolution to support the rights of every child. Timely and credible data are crucial for identifying the children in greatest need and developing policies targeted to improve their lives. Data must be disaggregated to help us look beyond global and national averages and see the children who are being left behind.
6. Improve investments in all children, especially the most vulnerable and marginalized. Sufficient funds must not only be allocated to education, water and sanitation, health care and social protection; to deliver the most sustainable results, they must also target the children and families in greatest need.
7. Break the cycle of chronic crises that affect children. In 2014, 230 million children were living in conflict zones, and many more were affected by both man-made and natural disasters. The global response to humanitarian crises must focus not only on urgent short-term needs but also on building long-term resilience, helping children and their families to withstand future shocks, and ending the cycle of crises that they endure.
8. Prioritize education so that all children and adolescents are in school and learning. Education is not only every child's right, it is the key to a better life and critical to every nation's ability to build stronger, more peaceful, and more equitable societies.
9. Stop girls being left out, held back and pushed aside. Increasing investments in girls' health, education, protection and skills development can help tackle social exclusion and discrimination, as well as change the attitudes and policies that create inequalities for women. Infrastructure that impacts on women's lives – such as water, sanitation, energy and transport - should be adapted and managed in ways that benefit and protect women.
10. Tackle climate change for the sake of future generations. Climate change and natural disasters have a disproportionate impact on today's children, especially the most disadvantaged – and managing the long-term impact will fall on the shoulders of today's youngest generation. The voices, ideas and specific needs of children should be recognized and prioritized in all policies and investments to tackle climate change, reduce greenhouse gases, lessen the impact of disasters and protect an already fragile environment.
If significant gains made for children over the last 15 years are not to be lost, if growing nations are to thrive, if troubled regions are to become more stable, the world must make children its top priority.
UNICEF has established a social media hashtag #EVERYChild, inviting children and adults to join in supporting the Agenda for Every Child.